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Cheap flights from San Salvador to San José from $102

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6:52 am - 11:58 pmSAL-SJO
17h 06m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 6:19 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$164Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 18
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5:30 am - 6:50 amSAL-SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 6:19 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$166Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 18
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5:30 am - 6:50 amSAL-SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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4:17 pm - 5:36 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$169Volaris El Salvador
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Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 23
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5:30 am - 6:50 amSAL-SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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4:17 pm - 5:36 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$170Volaris El Salvador
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Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 25
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7:05 pm - 8:25 pmSAL-SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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4:17 pm - 5:36 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$171Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
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7:05 pm - 8:25 pmSAL-SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 6:19 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$186Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Jan 1 - Sat, Jan 10
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7:05 pm - 8:25 pmSAL-SJO
1h 20mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 6:19 pmSJO-SAL
1h 19mnonstop
$190Volaris Costa Rica
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
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7:30 am - 8:40 amSAL-SJO
1h 10mnonstop
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5:00 am - 6:25 amSJO-SAL
1h 25mnonstop
$204Avianca
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Mon, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 5
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10:25 pm - 11:40 pmSAL-SJO
1h 15mnonstop
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5:00 am - 6:25 amSJO-SAL
1h 25mnonstop
$205Avianca
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 23
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5:03 am - 10:00 amSAL-SJO
4h 57m1 stop
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8:11 am - 11:36 pmSJO-SAL
15h 25m1 stop
$227Copa Airlines
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Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17

Avianca flights from San Salvador to San José

Our best Avianca deals on San Salvador to San José flight tickets
Avianca
Nov 7
SAL10:10 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
1h 15m
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 9
SJO3:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 25m
SAL4:30 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
$204
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Avianca
Nov 9
SAL10:25 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
1h 15m
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 23
SJO5:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 25m
SAL6:25 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
$205
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Avianca
Nov 20
SAL5:35 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
1h 20m
SJO6:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 24
SJO4:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 50m
1 stop
SAL9:05 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
$207
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Volaris El Salvador flights from San Salvador to San José

Our best Volaris El Salvador deals on San Salvador to San José flight tickets
Volaris El Salvador
Nov 21
SAL5:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
1h 20m
SJO6:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 23
SJO4:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 19m
SAL5:36 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
$169
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Volaris El Salvador
Jan 9
SAL5:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
1h 20m
SJO6:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 25
SJO4:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 19m
SAL5:36 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
$170
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Volaris El Salvador
Nov 28
SAL5:30 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
1h 20m
SJO6:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 3
SJO2:42 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
1h 19m
SAL4:01 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl
$174
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
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San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 11/14

6:52 am-11:58 pm

1 stop17h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$164

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 11/14

5:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$166

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 11/21

5:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/23

4:17 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$169

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/9

5:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

4:17 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$170

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/29

7:05 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

4:17 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$171

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 1/1

7:05 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/10

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$186

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 11/25

7:05 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

5:00 pm-6:19 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$190

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 12/1

7:30 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/5

5:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$204

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 11/9

10:25 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/23

5:00 am-6:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$205

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/10

5:03 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/17

8:11 am-11:36 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$227

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $177. If you don’t want to visit San José in May, then you should wait until June to fly from San Salvador, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $180.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from San Salvador is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $216. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from San Salvador to San José on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $270. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Salvador to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to San José in the morning for as low as $235. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $504.

What is the cheapest San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from San Salvador when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $202 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from San Salvador for as low as $191 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San Salvador to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Salvador to San José flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Salvador to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Salvador to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$111

Fastest flight time

1h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San José

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San José from San Salvador in the past 72 hours is $111. The best round-trip flight deal from San Salvador to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $203.
The fastest flight from San Salvador to San José takes 1h 10m
Direct flights go from San Salvador to San José every day.
There is 1 airport near San José: San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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  • How far is San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 432.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Salvador to San José?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Salvador to San José?

Best airlines flying from San Salvador to San José

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $96Free CancellationRating
7.8
79 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $104Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,563 reviews
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Volaris El SalvadorPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
7.4
26 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
6.7
1,151 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,467 reviews
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  • Volaris Costa Rica Flights From San Salvador to San José

    The lowest priced Volaris Costa Rica flight from San Salvador to San José from the last 72 hours was $96. Generally, Volaris Costa Rica has 2 flights on this route every week with an average price of $189. Volaris Costa Rica is rated 7.8/10 by our users.

  • Volaris El Salvador Flights From San Salvador to San José

    Volaris El Salvador (7.4/10 from 26 reviews) operates around 3 flights from San Salvador to San José in any given week. The average Volaris El Salvador airfare for this route is around $191, with deals from around $159 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Salvador to San José flight searches in the last 72 hours.

Traveling to a place near San José?

Book flights to San José if you plan to visit one of these locations
Manuel Antonio
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Monteverde
Heredia
Dominical
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Esterillos Este

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